We are all about shopping local - every holiday season, but especially this year. We love highlighting our favorite local gems in our social media posts and on our website - small business love is a real thing! We are excited to promote some of our favorite local establishments that have gone above and beyond when it comes to festive decor and holiday spirit!
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Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken Did you know NoCo’s farmers’ markets are still open this summer with social distancing measures in place? We’ve compiled a list of locations, times, and other details for you! If you are at increased risk for Covid-19, or live with someone who is, the Loveland Farmers’ Market even offers curbside pickup. NOCO Virtual Farmers’ Market
Fort Collins Farmers’ Market
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Larimer County Farmers’ Market
Drake Road Farmers’ Market - now operated by Fort Collins Farmers’ Market (see above) Greeley Farmers’ Market
Loveland Farmers’ Market *curbside pickup available
Contact My Big Day Marketing & Events Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range; Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken My Big Day is a small business, and we know first hand how challenging it is right now to be a small business owner. As such, we are interviewing other small businesses so that we can help cross-promote them among our followers and offer support in this uncertain time. Today we are featuring John Buoniconti, the owner of Colorado Candy Company. How long have you been in business? This is our fifth year in business. What inspired you to get into the candy-making business and how and why did you start The Colorado Candy Company? When I first moved to Fort Collins back in 1996, I applied to an ad in the newspaper that simply said. Do you like candy. Seasonal positions available. So I went to the address in the add and six years into working there I found myself trying to buy the business. The purchase didn’t work out and so I went and moved on. No matter what job I had, anytime someone asked me what my dream job was, the answer was easy, making candy. Then, in 2015 my wife and I bought and sold a business and decided to use the proceeds of the sale to start Colorado Candy Company. We came up with all original formulas for our products and started making candy batches in our home kitchen. I still remember making our first ribbon candy sitting on a kids stool in front of the oven to keep the candy warm. Once I knew the formulas were solid and we acquired some vintage candy making equipment, I knew I was going to need some help to get this business going. So I brought on two business partners, both long time friends of over 20 years. I actually met Brian at the original candy shop and he currently has 17 years of candy making experience. My second business partner Jade not only heads our packaging department but he is also a homegrown artist, born and raised in Fort Collins, Co. He actually made our two marble tables out of slabs from Marble, CO. He also has a piece of carved marble in the Benson Sculpture Park in Loveland, CO. How has the recent COVID-pandemic impacted your business? Are other social, economic, environmental impacts that affect your business? Like many other companies, our business model has been turned upside down. We were mainly a wholesaler and this time of year most Of our business revolved around tourism and events like weddings and fairs. None of which are happening any longer. Now 80% of our business is from our online store but joining the online space at the same time as some many other businesses has proven very challenging. How do you currently market your business? We market CCC online thru both social media and Google and with small print articles. We also use digital billboard marketing as well as product sponsorships. Where can we - your consumers - find your products? Do you have an online shop, onsite store, or do you partner with other businesses to carry your products? We have both an online store as well as many brick and mortar retail customers alongside the front range and in surrounding states. You can find both on our website www.coloradocandycompany.com. Is there anything else you would like our followers and potential customers to know about The Colorado Candy Company or yourself? For the Love of Candy is not just our tag line but it is why we started this small family business. It is why we make small artisan batches with great ingredients. Colorado Candy Company is one of just a few candy shops left in this country that still makes thin hand spun ribbon candy. Join us in supporting Colorado Candy Company! https://www.coloradocandycompany.com/ Insider tip.... Did you know you can purchase their candy, and food from other small businesses AND have it delivered through NoCo Virtual Farmer's Market? Check it out! https://nocovirtualfarmersmarket.com/shop-category/food/ Contact My Big Day
Marketing & Events Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us As event planners, we serve the entire Front Range; Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken - by Randi Juric DIY is hot and we are all very aware. The rising trend in DIY currently is Pinterest parties. Women are getting together bringing supplies and having what’s called 'Make Days' aka Pinterest parties. They are making their own crafts, beauty products, and health remedies. This is such a fun and creative way to get together or get to know someone. This is also great for kiddos and keeping them entertained at parties. DIY kids’ parties have become very popular as well. They can make their own chalks or toys even costumes to use at the party immediately. Kids and parents alike are loving this. It is such a fun way to teach lessons and creativity. Easy Steps to Host a Pinterst Party: You and your friends create a group craft board on Pinterest, where everyone adds pins of crafts they'd like to make. You can do this part one of two ways... OPTION 1: The host picks one or two simple crafts off of the group board and purchases the supplies so everyone can make them during the party. OPTION 2: Each guest picks a craft off of the board she'd like to make, and brings enough supplies for 4 guests, including herself. Names are pulled out of a hat to decide which craft goes with which guest. By the end of the evening, every guest gets to make 4 crafts. **Remind your guests that the crafts they choose should not take more than a half hour to complete, or you'll be there all night. :) FOOD Make the party a "Pinterest potluck" and asks your guest to bring a dish they found on Pinterest.
The Huffington Post posted a fantastic article on things you shouldn't do after you get engaged. Writer, Sandy Malone hit the nail on the head! From house hunting, to wedding gown shopping and to time spend on Pinterest, to wedding weight loss ... we 100% agree with Sandy's observations. If you are a bride, or have a friend who is engaged, do her a favor, and send her this article! CLICK HERE for the article on 10 Things You Should NOT Do After You Get Engaged. You'll thank us for it! -My Big Day Events
Fairys are so 'IN' these days! My Big Day sees fairies in weddings regularly. And have you noticed the upswing in tutus and fairy wings in stores? Well, Rubi's & Diamonds Studio in Denver caught on and has made an incredible business out of the popularity of fairies! They have a photo studio and will give your princess her very own fairy photo session for just $25! Here are the details: CLICK HERE to get this deal before it's gone! Let your princess have a magical experience (with the photographic evidence to prove it) with this offer from Rubi's & Diamonds Studio: • $25 ($150 value) for an Enchanted Fairy photo session and 8x10 print • Sessions last 60-90 minutes and include wardrobe, accessories, and make-up • Studio is located near the intersection of Federal Boulevard and Florida Avenue
Did you know it's National Wedding Registry Month? There are tons of contests out there for brides-to-be. Win a honeymoon, win a free wedding, or win your entire wedding registry! Here are one of the many contests out there for brides and grooms. Company: Corelle Win: Your ENTIRE wedding registry! CLICK HERE Confession: I am obsessed with the catalog from UNCOMMON GOODS! Have you heard of this company yet? Many friends and family members of mine have received gifts from this ubber cool company! Much of what they sell is up-cycled or eco friendly. My husband discovered my coveted catalog in my catalog basket and swiped it, finding the most perfect personalized gift for me! You never know how much you need the things you never knew existed. Shop there for your BIG Day today! Check it out! Thanks to a fantastic article from Ask Men, a mens magazine, here are the results from some ideas compiled on best gifts for your woman on Valentine's Day! The gifts listed appeal to each of her 5 senses. Choose the sense below you'd like to appeal to, and you will find a fantastic list of ideas for your girl! |
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